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How to Support Your Backyard Chickens in the Spring

by Mikayla Baxter March 22, 2023

Snow and ice are starting to melt, days are getting longer, and flowers are blooming. Spring has sprung! So, what does that mean for our chickens? Join us for Dr. Mikayla's spring edition of poultry health and wellness.

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Do I Need a Rooster to Get Eggs?

by Mikayla Baxter September 14, 2022

Join Dr. Mikayla as she answers a frequently asked question - Does my chicken coop need a rooster in order for my hens to lay eggs? Roosters are necessary to make chicks but they are not necessary for your hens to lay farm fresh eg...

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Choosing Chickens - Which Breeds Handle Summer Weather Best?

by Mikayla Baxter August 10, 2022

In this video, Dr. Mikayla covers some key physiological features to consider when thinking about when choosing the best chickens that are able to tolerate heat. Do you have any of the chicken breeds she recommends?

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How to Tell if you Have a Hen or a Rooster Chick

by Mikayla Baxter April 21, 2022

It can be really hard to tell the difference between a hen and a rooster when chicks are young. In this video, Dr. Mikayla covers when it’s possible to tell them apart, how to do it, and how to ensure you get hens if you’re purchasing fr...

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